"James speaks about wisdom often in this letter. This week James will help us understand where true wisdom comes from and what the kind of fruit wisdom bears in the life of a Christian.” 

James 3:13-17 (ESV)

Who is wise and understanding among you? By his good conduct let him show his works in the meekness of wisdom. But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be false to the truth. This is not the wisdom that comes down from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every vile practice. But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere.

Matthew 5:10 (ESV)

Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.